Montana

The Bottom Line

Tax-Friendly

The Treasure State is one of five states that do not impose a general sales tax. That (and relatively low property taxes) are the good news. The bad news is that the top income rate of 6.9% kicks in at just $17,900 of taxable income. Also: Montana is one of a handful of states that allows residents to deduct some of their federal income taxes from their state return.

Sales Tax

No state sales tax. Resort areas such as Big Sky, Red Lodge and West Yellowstone have local sales taxes.

Income Tax Range

Low: 1% (on up to $3,000 of taxable income)

High: 6.9% (on taxable income over $17,900). Montana permits filers to deduct some of their federal income tax.

Vehicle Taxes

Sin Taxes

Beer: $0.14 per gallon Wine: $1.06 per gallonLiquor: $9.78 per gallon Montana directly controls the distribution and sale of alcohol. Liquor tax is an estimate by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States and published by the Tax Foundation.